The Speech I Cannot Give

Wow it’s here. The day we have talked about numerous times. The day we would pretend was happening and dress up as brides. The day we would plan on Pinterest and decide on colors, decorations and dresses for the bridesmaids.

Oh the valleys you have went through to find Cody. The tears that happened because a boy played with your heart. The “what if it would have worked out with him conversations” we would have. The time we could not go to prom together because our dates were not allowed to be around each other. In college when you would call me to catch me up on your love life but in reality it was nothing special compared to Cody.

I remember the weekend in Chicago. It sounded so amazing and I was so happy for you. But there was one issue “He was too boring.” As college girls that’s what we thought. Now as an adult, with a job and starting to settle it’s easy to see how Cody is everything that you have ever dreamt of and needed.

God placed him in your life as what seemed like another lesson but in reality he is your forever. He pursues you but pursues the Lord even more. He has goals and is a provider. He loves your family and friends. He challenges you and grows you.

Hannah, as much as I wish I could be there for your wedding day, watching as you walk down the aisle, glimpsing at Cody’s reaction, I know we can celebrate your marriage for days to come. It is something to be celebrated every day. Every struggle. Every triumph. Because God created the two of you to glorify His kingdom TOGETHER!!

As you complete details, decorate the reception hall and take pictures just know that my heart desires to be there but my heart also desires to be in Haiti serving. God has two best friends apart from eachother bringing Kingdom in two completely different ways but two beautiful ways.

As you look at the moon through out your wedding week, just know that I am looking at the same moon. I am thinking about our third grade moon journals where we would sit on the drive way, draw the moon and complete our homework together. I am praying for you and Cody as this week begins your forever. I am praying for your relationship, your families and future children. I am thanking the Lord that Cody’s father, your grandfather, aunt and uncle get to look down from Heaven and watch this beautiful ceremony with the best seats!

So cheers to the two of you.
Thank you for allowing me to third wheel, the effort you pour into our friendship and the grace you so freely give me.

Love you sister